Orchestras, choirs and chamber music
Playing together is a crucial part of growing up as a musician. Explore our extensive chamber music, choir and orchestra activities.
Orchestras
Orchestra playing is an integral part of all our instrumental studies. Whether you are interested in contemporary or early music, symphony orchestras or chamber ensembles, jazz or folk music – our orchestra activities offer possibilities for all.
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Sibelius Academy Symphony Orchestra
The Sibelius Academy Symphony Orchestra offers orchestral instrument students the opportunity to polish their skills as a member of a full-scale orchestra.
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Sibis Alumni Big Band
Our unique big band brings together students, teachers and prominent alumni.
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SibA Folk Big Band
The orchestra’s instruments include violins, kanteles, accordions, harmoniums, guitars, wind instruments, vocals and jouhikko. More is more!
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NYKY Ensemble
NYKY Ensemble, an interpreter of the latest orchestral music, serves as a student platform for contemporary music projects.
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Sibelius Academy Baroque Orchestra
The Baroque Orchestra has established a vital position in the activities of the Early Music department.
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Academy Winds
Wood and brass instrument students can apply periodically to participate in our own wind instrument ensemble.
Choirs
The Sibelius Academy offers students of all departments the opportunity to participate in choral activities during their studies.
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Sibelius Academy Choir
The choir unites students from all departments and both faculties. It performs about three times a year.
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Vocal Ensemble Vocis
Vocal ensemble “Vocis” is a unique live instrument for the choir conducting students.